2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | Blenheim | C5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |